In this episode, we sit down with Jen Baird, Chief Executive of the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ), to unpack the seismic shifts reshaping Aotearoa’s property market. With a deep background in both the public and private sectors—including senior roles at Hamilton City Council and nearly a decade as Chief Marketing Officer at Barfoot & Thompson—Jen brings unmatched insight into the forces influencing real estate today.

Now at the helm of REINZ, Jen leads an organisation that supports over 16,000 real estate professionals across New Zealand. From residential sales to rural land, business broking to property management, REINZ provides tools, training, data, and advocacy to ensure the industry thrives in a rapidly changing environment.

Jen shares her perspective on urban growth, economic shifts, regulatory changes, and the future of the profession—along with how REINZ is championing the industry's voice across government, media, and key stakeholders.

Don’t miss this timely and strategic conversation with one of the most influential leaders in New Zealand real estate.

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